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5 Facts About Inauguration Day
1. Inauguration Day is January 20, but not always.
Since 1937, it has taken place at noon on January 20, some 72 to 78 days after the presidential election, except for three occasions when January 20 fell on a Sunday. In those years,!-->!-->!-->…
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5 Fun Dolly-isms in Honor of Her Birthday
On Jan. 19 Tennessee's Dolly Parton's is 75 years young! To celebrate, we're sharing five of her funniest and most famous quotes. Happy birthday, Dolly!
1. 'It costs a lot of money to look this cheap!'
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5 Facts About Martin Luther King Day
1. MLK Day honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
King was the chief spokesperson for nonviolent activism in the Civil Rights Movement, which successfully protested racial discrimination in federal and state law.
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5 Fun Facts About Benjamin Franklin (whose birthday is Sunday)
1. Benjamin Franklin would be 315 Sunday.
Born in Boston in 1706 and one of Josiah Franklin's 17 children, Franklin attended school until he was 10. The rest of his education was accomplished through personal reading.
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5 Ways to Keep Your Resolutions Going
We're almost halfway through January, and for many people who made New Year's resolutions, it's getting tougher to stick to them. Here are five tips to help keep us going.
1. If you feel your will slipping, set a smaller goal.
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5 Facts About National Take the Stairs Day
1. National Take the Stairs Day is celebrated on the second Wednesday in January -- today!
The primary goal of the day is to improve our health by leaving the elevator behind and walking up the stairs.
2. Why should it matter?
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5 Recent Books by Tennessee Authors
1. Unlikely Angel by Lydia R. Hamessley
Lydia R. Hamessley's expert analysis and Dolly Parton’s characteristically straightforward input inform this comprehensive look at the process, influences, and themes that have shaped the!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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5 Good Things for Staying Warm on a Snowy Day
1. Get moving!
Anytime you get cold, the single best strategy for rewarming is to start moving or increase your pace.
2. A warm sweater
Indoors or out, a snuggly sweater will keep you warm. For extra warmth, make it wool.
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5 Facts About Elvis On His Birthday
1. Elvis Presley was born on Jan. 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi.
He is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, according to wikipedia, and is often referred to as the "King of Rock and!-->!-->!-->…
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5 Things Happening Around Town This Weekend
1. Friday, 5-8pm, Emporium Center
To celebrate Three Kings Day, Casa HoLa will give each child a free toy (while supplies last) and an educational coloring book. More info here.
2. Friday and Saturday evenings, Market Square
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